Our human footprint on this planet is huge. Through lectures and wetlabs, this year’s Symposium will explore many different types of impacts that humans have on wildlife, aquatic, and exotic species. The Symposium will also emphasize the role that veterinary medicine can play in improving conservation and welfare efforts.

Topics Include:

Domestic Cat Impacts on Wildlife Populations

The Ornamental Fish Industry

Best Practices for Pet and Rehabilitated Turtle Care

Large Whale Entanglement and Disentanglement

Wild Horses on Public Lands

Oil Spills and Seabirds

Speaker sessions followed by discussions will introduce a variety of topics to attendees. Wet labs will provide hands on opportunities to practice select procedures on cadavers.